Deshaun Watson on comments directed at Browns fans: 'My emotions got the best of me'

Watson received backlash from Cleveland fans after reacting to the boos he heard during the Browns' preseason loss to the Bills.

Deshaun Watson admitted his emotions got the best of him in regards to talking back to fans following a preseason game over the weekend.

Hours after being named Cleveland's starter, Watson made an effort to repair the relationship with a fanbase that does not want him.

Deshaun Watson is far from an elite quarterback at this point in his career. That hasn't stopped him from being paid like one.

Deshaun Watson has won the competition to be the Cleveland Browns starting quarterback for the Sept. 13 opener against the Jacksonville Jaguars

Watson is unpopular among Browns fans but attempted to earn back some goodwill

Why Deshaun Watson's contract makes him a unique sunk cost for Browns  USA Today

CLEVELAND, OHIO - AUGUST 22: Deshaun Watson #4 of the Cleveland Browns walks off the field after the team's 31-7 loss to the Buffalo Bills in a preseason game against the at Huntington Bank Field on August 22, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Nick Cammett/Getty Images) | Getty Images Nobody is more gifted at making

One NFL analyst thinks it's time for the Cleveland Browns to finally do what they've been avoiding for years with Deshaun Watson.

Deshaun Watson As Week 1 Starter in 2026 Is Finally Peak Browns  Sports Illustrated

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Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson learn their fate as the Browns name their starting quarterback for the season opener  MARCA

Deshaun Watson wins the Cleveland Browns quarterback competition over Shedeur Sanders, but the team makes no guarantees beyond the regular-season opener.

The Cleveland Browns have decided on their starting quarterback for the season opener vs. the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Deshaun Watson named Cleveland Browns starting quarterback, AP source says  Toronto Star

Deshaun Watson named Cleveland Browns starting quarterback, AP source says  AP News

Browns confirm QB decision as Shedeur Sanders vs Deshaun Watson battle ends after furious fan message  talkSPORT

Sources: Browns tab Deshaun Watson, not Shedeur Sanders, as QB1  ESPN

Watson alluded to his belief that he would be facing "17 away games" if he were named the starter.

Browns coach: Deshaun Watson's comments won't affect QB decision  Reuters

Player booed during team’s preseason loss to Bills QB has battled injuries during time in Cleveland Watson was suspended over sexual assault allegations Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson has called the booing he heard from the team’s own fans during Saturday’s home loss to Buffalo “disrespectful” and “personal.” Wat